The Mile High Tree
2024-12-13 17:00 - 22:00, 2024-12-14 17:00 - 22:00, 2024-12-15 17:00 - 22:00, 2024-12-16 17:00 - 22:00, 2024-12-17 17:00 - 22:00, 2024-12-18 17:00 - 22:00, 2024-12-19 17:00 - 22:00, 2024-12-20 17:00 - 22:00 UTC and 11 more dates | Civic Center Park, 101 W. 14th Ave., Denver, 80202, United States
Presented by Xcel Energy & Xfinity
The Mile High Tree’s breathtaking 110-foot display returns to Civic Center Park, with a special lighting ceremony on November 22 at 5:15 PM. From that evening through December 31, enjoy nightly light shows synchronized to festive music, creating a magical atmosphere each night.
Schedule

Lighting Ceremony: November 22 at 5:15 pm
Nightly Light Shows: November 22 – December 31

Every 15 minutes from 5 pm – 10 pm

New Year’s Eve Special: Countdown shows at 9 pm & midnight on December 31

Christkindlmarket
2024-12-14 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-15 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-16 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-17 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-18 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-19 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-20 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-21 11:00 - 21:00 UTC and 2 more dates
This annual event brings authentic German and European holiday traditions to Denver! The Market opens every year on the Friday before Thanksgiving, and lasts through the 23rd of December. The event offers an authentic German holiday experience, including opportunities to meet St. Nikolaus, Krampus and the Christkind herself. Guests can savor the season as they enjoy authentic Glühwein, Bavarian-style Biers, European coffee, or hot chocolate while wandering through the Market. Each charming wooden hut offers finely crafted artisan gifts and holiday treats sold by local Coloradan and international merchants.

We strive to post the most current and accurate event information, but changes and cancellations do occur, so please check the official event website to confirm all details before attending.

Civic Center STARGAZE January
2025-01-15 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Denver)
Civic Center STARGAZE returns in January for a second season!
Join Civic Center Conservancy and AstroTours on the main promenade of Civic Center Park for a celestial journey right in the heart of the city. Accessible to all ages, we invite you to learn from skilled astronomers about the wonders of the cosmos, constellations and their folklore, and observe the moon and other celestial bodies through high powered telescopes. Enjoy tasty food and beverages available for purchase from a local food truck to round out an enchanting evening that promises an “out of this world” experience!
UPDATE: Wednesday’s “Starcast”
Here’s a preview of what attendees can expect to see during this week’s STARGAZE!

6:30-7:00 PM: Mars, Venus, and Jupiter
7:00 – 8:00 PM: Saturn, Venus, Mars, Moon, Jupiter, 7 sisters, Orion nebula
8:00 – 8:30 PM: Mars, Moon, Jupiter, Seven Sisters, Orion Nebula, Sirius

The Seven Sisters (Pleiades): A tight cluster of bright stars. Most people see six, but under really dark conditions, you might glimpse that elusive seventh.
Orion & Sirius: Orion is your winter anchor, dominated by its iconic belt. Trace a line from the belt downward to Sirius, the brightest star in our night sky, twinkling in the southern horizon.
The Orion Nebula (in the sword of Orion) is a bustling stellar nursery visible in binoculars or a small scope.
Jupiter: All winter long, Jupiter shines brilliantly, offering prime telescope views of its swirling cloud belts and major moons.
Additional Upcoming Dates: February 12, March 12, and April 9.
Visit the STARGAZE Page for the most up-to-date information.
